Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
factotum
noun
/fakˈtōtəm/
Definition
a person who does all sorts of work; an employee who does many different tasks.
Examples
- As a factotum in the office, he handled everything from filing documents to managing schedules.
- In the small bakery, she was the factotum, assisting with baking, cleaning, and customer service.
Meaning
A factotum is an individual who is versatile and can handle a variety of tasks or roles, often in a supportive capacity.
Synonyms
- jack-of-all-trades
- assistant
- handyman
- man-Friday
- utility player